Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Doreen Rita Gore (née Lynch) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doreen Rita Gore (née Lynch) of High River, Alberta, on June 12, 2026, at the age of 78. Doreen was born on May 23, 1948, and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She shared 56 loving years of marriage with her husband, Alan Gore, building a life centered on family, kindness, and unwavering support for those she loved. Doreen leaves behind her ...

Than Pham peacefully passed away on June 8, 2026 at the age of 95 in Calgary, Alberta. Born in Ninh Binh, Vietnam, on May 27, 1932, to Huu Van and Han Thi Pham, Than was the only female in a family of 6 children. She was married in Laos and immigrated to Canada in 1980 where she remained for the rest of her life. Than loved to sing and dance. On her last birthday, she was singing and dancing in her hospital bed. Than had a sweet and gentle spirit and brought joy to everyone around her. ...

With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Daniel in Calgary on June 8, 2026. Born in Brockville, Ontario on December 13, 1989, Dan spent his boyhood years there before going off to Algonquin College in Ottawa. After graduation, Dan moved to Calgary where he pursued a career in the Electrical Engineering field. He is grieved, sorely missed and fondly remembered by his mother, Emily Napper of Brockville, sisters Shantelle and Desarae, Grandfather Keith Fournell (Janet), his Nana, ...

I was born in Rainy River, Ontario during the early years of the Great Depression. If you had told me as a child that I would live to age 95, I would have laughed and said, “No dice”. Our home was rudimentary with a wood stove and ice box, but it was a happy one. My sister Anne (Holiday) and I knew how lucky we were, our father had a steady job with the railway and never missed a paycheck. I was 8 years old when WWII erupted and I watched with dismay as my dad, Isaac Lucas, ...

Robert (Bob) Norman Gardiner passed away on May 27, 2026, at the age of 78 in Calgary, Alberta. Born on February 21, 1948, in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, Bob was a cherished member of his community and a beloved figure among family and friends. Bob completed his early education at Princess Margaret Public School and Westlane Secondary School in Niagara Falls, Ontario, before advancing to Ryerson Polytechnical Institute, where he graduated from the business division in 1969. Bob's career ...

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Raymond Anthony John Falk on Tuesday, May 26 2026 Raymond is survived by his wife of 47 years Patricia “Pat” Falk (nee Mckinnon) brothers Byron (Laurie Ann) & Larry Predeceased by his parents, and his 2 brothers Shane & Darryl.

Born: Mikkel Sigismund Rydstrøm-Poulsen Recently named: Sigismund Nielsen It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mikkel Sigismund Rydstrøm-Poulsen, who left us on his 41st birthday, May 25, 2026. Born on May 25, 1985, Mikkel was a brilliant and complex individual with a formidable mind. He earned his Bachelor of Political Science and Economics from the University of Calgary and went on to complete his master’s degree of Economics at the University ...

Cory Lorne Goodwin was born on February 21, 1982, in Calgary, Alberta. He passed away suddenly on Monday, May 25, 2026, at the age of 44. Throughout his life, Cory faced many challenges, yet no matter what stood in his way, he never stopped fighting. He was fearless, strong-willed, and full of life. Cory had a bold personality and an even bigger heart. He was fiercely loyal, funny, and had an unforgettable spirit that touched so many lives. He was an avid sports fan who cheered ...

Barbara (Barb) Franke was born in Calgary, AB on December 13th, 1961, and passed away on May 25th, 2026, in Okotoks, AB. Barbara was predeceased by her parents Ken and Angela Franke and is survived by her beloved husband David and cherished daughter Taylor (Gerardo).  Barbara grew up in Calgary where she met the love of her life, David. Barbara and David spent 50 incredible years together after meeting in junior high school. Barbara and David’s love story is one to be admired as ...

Raymond Wayne Sears was born in Toronto, and being the eldest of four children, he led the way for his younger siblings Vaughan, Lee and Joanne. In his early years, with the encouragement of his father’s comrade-in-arms, the family tried its hand at homesteading in Tomstown, Ontario; an experience that left an indelible impression on young Wayne. The family returned to Caledon East, before moving to Etobicoke after the passing of his father Raymond Sears in the early 60s. In Etobicoke, ...